In the second Authors' Alcove book club and first Meet the Author session, host Agnes Wolfe introduced Chelle Cypress, author of "Unmasking the Curse," calling it her favorite read of 2024. The hosts, including Rebecca Maeve Hartwell, Dawn Marie Manning, and Amber Letters, shared their backgrounds and favorite genres before discussing their admiration for Cypress's book. They praised the novel's meditation aspects, character connections, and steamy tension. Chelle Cypress elaborated on her research for historical accuracy, the trauma-linked inspiration behind the curse, and her character development methods. The discussion also highlighted the family dynamics in the story, particularly the impact of the absent father and narcissistic mother on the protagonist, Ariana. Cypress emphasized her aim to make her characters feel real through their flawed decisions and the resulting consequences. Join Us for Our Next Session! Join us for the second session of our exciting book club, led by Agnes Wolfe, the podcast host of Authors' Alcove. This time, we dive deep into Chelle Cypress's romantasy novel, "Unmasking the Curse," with the author herself! Our diverse panel includes Rebecca Maeve Hartwell, author of "Heart of Flame" and esteemed editor, aspiring author Dawn Marie Manning, and passionate bookworm Amber Letters. Together, we explore the intricacies of Cypress's enchanting tale, sparking lively discussions and sharing profound insights. SPOILER ALERT This session contains in-depth analysis and key plot revelations! If you want to watch an episode without spoilers, check out Agnes Wolfe's previous interview with Chelle Cypress. Otherwise, join us as we delve into the questions readers have always wanted to ask. Don't miss this engaging and spoiler-filled exploration of "Unmasking the Curse." Her first interview can be found here: • Writing Romantic Fantasy with Chelle ... If you are interested in being a guest on my podcast, you may fill out the form on my website: http://authorsalcove.com/be-a-guest You can also follow me on: Facebook: / authorsalcove Instagram: / authorsalcovepodcast Linked In: / agnes-wolfe-20bb47288 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2EQYPBl... YouTube: / @authorsalcove (possible affiliate links above)